Benefits of sleep

Benefits of sleep

Benefits of sleep I have had the pleasure of working closely with families for nearly 17 years, and through my roles as both a night nanny and a sleep consultant, I have been able to support many parents. This has given me a broad insight into why families choose to...
When school attendance becomes a legal matter.

When school attendance becomes a legal matter.

  Local authorities are taking legal action more frequently against parents who fail to ensure their children’s attendance at school. For any parent, the threat of legal action can be a daunting prospect. Jamie Hare, Associate Solicitor at Tees, looks at...
Make your dog a Superdog

Make your dog a Superdog

I’m Emma who owns and runs Saffron SuperDogs in and around Saffron Walden. I am a fully qualified dog and puppy trainer. I have a toddler, four dogs and two ponies – we’re outdoors and training a lot! It’s coming up to the ninth year of running training classes...
Easter Tea Party

Easter Tea Party

How to plan a Kids Easter tea-party. Easter is the perfect time to gather and create a little party for your littles ones, which the grown ups will also enjoy. Kids love to emulate adults, spending hours playing tea parties with friends, so tea should be served from a...
Why consider a small independent school?

Why consider a small independent school?

As Principal of Stoke College, this is a question that I am often asked by prospective parents, and it is a pleasure to answer as I love our school so much. As a small day and boarding school of 160 students, with a strong international outlook and a growth plan that...